<cal1>ONGOING
<cal2>Want to learn how to knit or crochet for free? A crochet group meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at St. Timothy's Church in Herndon. The church's Shawl Ministry is offering free instruction while providing shawls and blankets for people in need. No cost, and yarn can be provided. For more information email shawl@saint-timothys.org. and visit the Web site at www.saint-timothys. org.
<cal1>Thursday/May 10
<cal2>Herndon's HomeGrown Farmer's Market, a weekly marketplace offering fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, herbs, cut flowers, baked goods, jams and more — will be open for business on Thursdays, starting May 10 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Located in downtown Herndon, next to the red caboose on Lynn Street. Call 703-324-5390.
<cal1>Friday/May 11
<cal2>Swing dance on Friday nights at the Dulles Hilton with Sue and Gary Caley. From 8:30-9 p.m. is the introductory swing dance class, followed by a live band from 9 p.m. to midnight. Cost is $15. Visit www.gottaswing.com or call 703-359-9882.
* May 11 — Canceled;
* May 18 — solarium, Jamie Lynch;
* May 25 — solarium, Joker's Wild (May birthday dance for all May birthdays, cake etc.);
* June 1 — solarium, King Teddy;
* June 8 — solarium, Rockin Bones;
* June 15 — solarium, King Cadillac (Father's Day treats and June birthday's dance, cake etc.);
* June 22 — solarium, BG & Mojo Hands;
* June 29 — solarium, Daryl Davis (Patriotic Hop for July 4th wear Red white & blue, of course! Food decorations and surprises!);
* July 6 — solarium, Big 4 Combo;
* July 13 — solarium, Blue Sky 5 (Hula Hop ... Summer Luau theme, dress in tropical attire!);
* July 20 — solarium, King Cadillac;
* July 27 — solarium, Rockin' Bones (July birthday dance, cake);
* Aug. 3 — solarium, Daryl Davis;
* Aug. 10 — solarium, Joker's Wild (Gary's and all August birthdays dance, cake etc.);
* Aug. 17 — solarium, Cutaways;
* Aug. 24 — solarium, King Teddy;
* Aug. 31 — solarium, Lush Life (So long Summer Swing Dance).
A Victory Over Violence Gala — Silent and Live Auction will take place on Friday, May 11 at 7 p.m. Kate Hanley is the Honorary Chairman. Tickets are $100 per person. NOVACO Inc. is a coalition of churches and other organizations whose members volunteer their resources to provide housing, childcare, education, counseling and mentoring to homeless victims of domestic abuse, helping them to achieve a goal of self-sufficiency. The event is at 3999 University Drive in Fairfax. Call 703-218-3984.
<cal1>May 10-13
<cal2>The Alliance Theatre presents "A Night in the Theatre" — Lawrence Casler’s comedy hit produced and directed by Pat Kallman. The show is May 10, 11 and 12 at 8 p.m. and May 13 at 2:30 p.m. at Liberty Middle School, 6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton. Tickets are $10/adults and $8/students. Call 703-834-0200. Order on line at www.thealliancetheatre.org.
<cal1>May 10, 12 and 15
<cal2>2nd Flight Productions will be holding auditions for its upcoming musical, "Aida." Auditions will be held May 10 and May 15 from 7-9 p.m. and May 12 from noon to 2 p.m. Lead callbacks will be on May 16 at 7 p.m. Those auditioning should prepare 32 bars from a song of their choice and come prepared to dance. No songs from "Aida" should be used for audition pieces. Auditions will be held in Room 106 at Chantilly High School and will be open to performers 16 years of age and older. Piano accompaniment will be provided. The show will be performed at Chantilly High School Aug. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Sept. 1, 2, 8, 9. The role of Aida will be played by Keisha Spaulding, all other roles are available. The show is under the direction of Shannon Khatcheressian. Go to www.2ndflightproductions.com or call 703-927-5438.
<cal1>Saturday/May 12
<cal2>The Westfield High School Chamber Singers and Bel Canto are performing the Mass in G composed by Franz Schubert. The performance will take place at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Herndon on Saturday, May 12 at 2 p.m.
Auditions for the Westfield Summer Stage are Saturday, May 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. No roles for the Disney comedy "High School Musical" have been pre-cast and all roles are open. Actors should sign up for an audition slot at the interest meeting. Rehearsals begin June 27 and will be on most weekday evenings, from 6 to 9 p.m. Performances are July 26-29. The workshop fee for Westfield Summer Stage is $250. All auditions, rehearsals and performances will be at Westfield High School in Chantilly. Go to www.westfieldtheatreboosters.com, e-mail lori.knickerbocker@fcps.edu or leave a message at 703-488-6439.
In the first of a series of discussions on immigration, the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area will discuss the economic aspects of immigration, immigrants in Fairfax County and the day laborer issue. The organization's unit meetings will be held during the second and third week of May at 16 locations throughout Fairfax and Prince William counties. The League's meetings are free and guests are welcome; no registration is required. Persons interested in attending any of the meetings can call the League at 703-658-9150 for the location of the meeting most convenient for them, or visit its web site at www.lwv-fairfax.org. The study material for this meeting can be downloaded from the Web site.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization, open to both men and women, that encourages citizens to play an informed and active role in government.
Boy Scout Troop 893 will hold its 34th Annual Sale, Saturday, May 12, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Dulles Expo Center-North Building.
Kelsey Kallapos, a Liberty Middle School eighth-grader, is hosting a Dog Fair on Saturday, May 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Little Rocky Run, Rec Center #2, located at 6201 Sandstone Way, Clifton. The goal is to raise money for the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation, and to help her earn her Girl Scout Silver Award. There will be agility demonstrations, a costume contest at noon (cost $5/dog), a raffle and more. Call 703-830-5998.
<cal1>Sunday/May 13
<cal2>The musical production of "Oliver!" returns to Manassas this spring when the Center for the Arts’ Pied Piper Theatre presents its last show of the 2006-2007 season. The play will be presented on Saturdays, May 12 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays, May 13 and 20 at 4 p.m. Directed by Vincent Worthington, with music direction by Laura Boyles and choreography by Anne Ridgway, "Oliver!" performances will be at Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Avenue, Manassas. Tickets are $7 in advance and may be purchased on-line at www.center-for-the-arts.org or at area ticket outlets. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $8. Group tickets are also available by calling the Center for the Arts at 703-330-2787.
<cal2>The Clifton Farmer's Market will be open on Sunday, May 13. The first free drawing will be for some of Dave's Candy Kitchen chocolates on May 13. To enter, send an e-mail containing your name and phone number to plum1881@aol.com with Dave's Candy in the subject line or come down to the market and fill out a slip at Dave's Candy Kitchen booth. Only one entry per person, and yes, this will sign you up for the 2007 weekly shout out featuring market news and recipes. There are free drawings or contests every couple of weeks. The Clifton Farmer's Market runs Sundays from May to October, 8 a.m. to noon, located on Chapel Street in the post office parking lot, Clifton. Call Deborah Dillard 703-815-9073.
<cal2>More than 1,250 walkers and volunteers will gather in Bull Run Regional Park for Y-ME's Second Annual DC Walk to Empower, a three-mile non-competitive walk on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13 at 9 a.m. The event promises to inspire and empower all who attend, providing the perfect way to honor the survivors in your life, commemorate your own diagnosis and remember those who are no longer with us. Register at www.y-me.org to walk or volunteer at the Walk to Empower. Call 877-YME-7223 x2742.
The 4th Angel Kisses 5K/2K Fun Run/Walk will be held Sunday, May 13, at 8 a.m., starting at the Poplar Tree Estates Swim and Racquet Club on Point Pleasant Drive in Chantilly. The race is in memory of resident Jeffrey Virostek who died of leukemia at the age of 4. All proceeds will benefit families fighting cancer. For additional information visit: www.angelkisses-5k.org. Registration for the 5K is $18; 2K, $13, by May 9. Walk-in and race day registration is 5K, $25; 2K, $20.
<cal1>May 13-14
<cal2>Vpstart Crow Productions will hold auditions for Conrad Seiler's "The Wonderful Adventures of Don Quixote" on Sunday, May 13, from 6-9 p.m., and Monday, May 14, from 7-9 p.m., at The Cramer Center, 9008 Center St. in Old Town Manassas. Callbacks, if necessary, will be held Tuesday, May 15, from 7-10 p.m. The production will run July 13-29, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at The Cramer Center, with a pay-what-you-can preview on Thursday, July 12, at 8 p.m.
<cal1>Wednesday/May 16
<cal2>Chick-Fil-A at Fair Oaks Mall is continuing to provide free fun and entertainment every Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. Come by and enjoy a nice family dinner together. Check out the month of May and try our new Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake, here for a short time! Chick-fil-A is located inside the main entrance between Sears and Macy's at Fair Oaks Mall. Call 703-279-1883 or email CFAEVENTS@aol.com.
Every Wednesday from 5-7 p.m.
* May 16 — Mr. Don's Sing Along;
* May 23 — Veggie Tales Giveaway!
* May 30 — Free Icedream!
<cal2>George Mason Republican Women will meet on Wednesday, May 16 at 11:30 a.m. for a Luncheon at the Army-Navy Club (Fairfax), followed by a meeting. Speaker will be Barbara Hildebrand, Virginia Elections Board Member. Contact Joan Jacobs at 703-978-3218 for a reservation.
<cal1>May 16-17
<cal2>The Clifton Community Women's Club Marketplace and Homes Tour will take place May 16-17 in Clifton. All ticket sales go to charities.
* The MarketPlace is Wednesday, May 16 from 5-8 p.m. Events include: Women's Art Show and Sale at the Hermitage, Silent Auction in the Presbyterian Church, and a Boutique featuring vendors of special items in both the church and the Town Hall. Clifton shops will remain open later hours.
* The Homes Tour is Thursday, May 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It will feature four distinctive homes in the Clifton area, and continuation of the MarketPlace, with the Silent Auction ending at 5:30 p.m.
Advance tickets are $20, or $25 the day of the Tour at the Town Hall. $10 single home tickets will be sold at the homes. Advance tickets are available at these locations: Clifton — Baskets and Boughs, Clifton Store, Cottage Art, Heart in Hand, and Temptations (Colonnade Shopping Center).
Burke - Ann's Boutique, Temptations, Fairfax - Judy Ryan's (Twinbrook Shopping Center).
Tickets may also be purchased by mail. Send check or money order in the amount of $20.75 to cover mailing, and address to: Clifton Community Women's Club, Attn: Ticket Sales, P.O. Box 105, Clifton, VA 20124. Go to www.cliftoncwc.org or call 703-266-5791 or 703-830-3418.
<cal1>Thursday/May 17
<cal2>The seminar: "Optimal Aging — Living Longer, Better!" will take place on Thursday, May 17 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at The Women's Club Fitness Center and Day Spa, 14175 Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly. Guest Speaker: Dr. Grace Keenan. This seminar focuses on healthy longevity. Learn ideas on how women can retain more vitality longer, as well as practical long-term lifestyle strategies which will show that although you can't change your chronological age, you can influence your biological age regardless of what stage you are in your life currently. Pre-registration is required. Call 703-817-0700 or send and email to womensclub@aol.com.
<cal1>Friday/May 18
<cal2>Dulles Women’s Business Network will be holding its monthly meeting on Friday, May 18, noon-2 p.m. at That’s Amore, 46300 Potomac Run Plaza, #130, Sterling. The keynote speaker will be Robbin Shefski with the National Association for the Self-Employed. Shefski will be talking about "How to Shop for Health Insurance." RSVPs are required. Go to www.wahmfest.org/womensbusinessnet or contact Marybeth Henry at 703-766-0294 or mbbeauty@cox.net.
<cal2>The Access Services branch of the Fairfax County Public Library celebrates its 35th year as part of the national Talking Book Program on May 18. Activities begin at 10 a.m. in Rooms 4 and 5 of the Fairfax County Government Center, located at 12000 Government Center Parkway in Fairfax. Refreshments will be provided by Eggspectations, a Chantilly-area restaurant. This event is free but space is limited; sign up by calling 703-324-8380 or TTY 703-324-8365.
<cal1>May 18-19-20
<cal2>Centreville Regional Library will be holding a Spring Book Sale Friday-Monday, May 18, 19, and 20. The library is located at 14200 St. Germain Drive, Centreville. Call 703-830-2223.
<cal1>Saturday, May 19
<cal2>E.C. Lawrence Park is having a 25th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, May 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will begin with the dedication of an historic marker by the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. There will also be a Civil War re-enactor in costume to share tales from the park's past. Visitors can enjoy a garden tour, watch woodworking and smokehouse demos, and churn and taste butter the old-fashioned way. Farm animals including goats, cows and chickens will be on display. For animal lovers, a raptor handler will share native hawks, owls, snakes and turtles. Located at 5040 Walney Road in Chantilly. Call 703-631-0013.
Sunrise at Fair Oaks will have a Spring Fling Event on Saturday, May 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a live Mariachi band, a petting zoo, pony rides and lots of fun. Located at 3750 Joseph Siewick Drive, next to Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. Call 703-264-0506.
The workshop, "The Art of Pilates," will be held Saturday, May 19 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at The Women's Club Fitness Center and Day Spa, 14175 Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly. The instructor is Jennifer Rogers. The event is open to non-members. Pre-registration is required, and the fee is $15. Call 703-817-0700 or send an e-mail to womensclub@aol.com to reserve your space.
<cal2>The Virginia Run Community Yard Sale will take place on Saturday, May 19 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at individual homes in Virginia Run. Maps with addresses and a list of items being sold will be distributed on the corner of Pleasant Valley and Wetherburn Drive until 11 a.m.
<cal2>Blue Water Grille restaurant will host a Hokie Alumni Charity event Saturday, May 19, from 4-7 p.m. There'll be raffles and drink specials, and 100 percent of the donations will go to the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund for the Virginia Tech shooting victims. Blue Water Grille is at 5127 Westfields Blvd., Centreville. Call 703-803-1040.
The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust will be hosting a kayak trip on Pohick Bay on Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for participants 16 and older. A naturalist will accompany the group. Cost is $40 per person to cover NVCT expenses, and reservations are required. Contact Whitney Bailey at 703-354-5093 x25 or wbailey@nvct.org. More details at www.nvct.org/adventure.cfm.
<cal1>Sunday/May 20
<cal2>Custom Cruisers of Northern Virginia will host a Charity Cruise-In on Sunday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Burger King restaurant in Centreville. There will be street rods, street machines, customs, antiques, muscle cars, classics, motorcycles and more. No admission fee. Proceeds benefit local charities. To participate, contact Jim Chesley at 703-830-2129. E-mail: jcchesley@aol.com or visit www.customcruisersnova.org.
Fairfax Animal Shelter offers low-cost rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets on Sunday, May 20 from noon to 2 p.m. The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is at 4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax. Rabies vaccinations cost $10 at the clinic. All dogs should be on leashes and all cats in carriers.
Fairfax County 2007 dog licenses will be sold separately at the clinic and cost $5 for altered dogs and $10 for unaltered dogs (bring proof of your pet's spay or neuter). The clinic is sponsored by the Fairfax County Animal Shelter and Deepwood Veterinary Hospital. Call 703-830-1100. Cash or checks only — no credit cards — will be accepted for payment at the clinic.
Additional rabies clinics will be held on:
Sunday, July 15
Sunday, Sept. 16
Sunday, Nov. 18
Go to the Web site at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/animalservices